Position - Manager - Workday Accounting Hub
Experience
- 10+ Years.
At EY, you ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Job summary
We are seeking a Workday Accounting Hub Manager with expertise in financial process transformation and system integration. Skilled in configuring accounting rules, designing workflows, and managing high-volume data integrations for accurate revenue, expense, and ledger postings.
Proven track record in testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and delivering advanced support. Experienced in building financial dashboards, ensuring GAAP compliance, and partnering with auditors for governance.
Passionate about automation, efficiency, and collaboration across business, technology, and vendor teams.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional who thrives in a busy workplace and is well-versed in working closely with senior management.
Key
Business Analysis & Solution Design
- Manage and maintain the Workday Accounting Hub (WAH) setup, including charts of accounts mapping, accounting rules, and posting logic.
- Ensure accurate integration between operational systems (e.g., HCM, Payroll, Procurement, Expenses, Projects) and the General Ledger within Workday.
- Create and maintain accounting transformations to support new business processes and entities.
- Oversee data flow between subledgers and the Workday Accounting Hub to ensure completeness and accuracy of accounting entries.
- Perform reconciliation between source system data and GL postings to identify discrepancies.
- Collaborate with IT and system owners to resolve integration issues promptly.
- Ensure all Workday accounting journals are posted and reconciled within the close timelines.
- Validate accounting entries for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies.
- Support accruals, reclassifications, and intercompany postings through Workday journals.
- Generate Workday financial reports and dashboards (Balance Sheet, P&L, Trial Balance) to support controllership and FP&A teams.
- Analyze journal posting trends, exceptions, and variances to ensure financial integrity.
- Support management with ad-hoc queries and audit requirements using Workday reporting tools.
- Participate in Workday releases, testing, and change requests related to Accounting Hub modules.
- Drive process improvements and automation of journal entries, allocations, and reconciliations within Workday.
- Partner with technology and global finance teams to streamline R2R processes and improve efficiency.
- Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Workday accounting configurations and workflows.
- Provide training and guidance to finance users on Workday accounting functionalities and best practices.
To qualify for the role, you must have
Workday Expertise
Proven hands-on experience with Workday Financial Management modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Asset Management, and Workday Accounting Center.
Accounting & Finance Knowledge
Strong understanding of core accounting principles, financial processes, and compliance standards. Advanced skills in MS Excel for developing Mock Ups for clients. Strong understanding of banking operations, financial products, and regulatory requirements.
Technical Proficiency
Skilled in data integration tools such as Workday Studio, EIBs, and APIs, along with report development and data analysis capabilities. Expertise in system administration, user access management, and BAU support
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
Ability to interpret complex requirements, troubleshoot system issues, and deliver innovative, scalable solutions. Strong experience of FP&A with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and management reporting
Communication & Collaboration
Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with clients, cross-functional teams (HR, IT), and key stakeholders.
Project Management
Competence in managing multiple priorities, leading deliverables, and supporting full implementation cycles.
Certifications
Workday Pro certifications in Financials or Accounting Center modules highly preferred.
Education
Master s-degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
Ideally, you ll also have
- Certification in project management (e.g., PMP)
- Certification in key finance Data Analytics tool (e.g. KNIME and Alteryx) (Workday Financials Certification)
- Certification in Workday Integration Certification , Workday HCM Certification
What we offer
- Continuous learning You ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you We ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership We ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture You ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
